A house of our own

I've been thrifty (sometimes a scrooge) with reasons. I know it's still a long long way for me to get what I want, but it's alright, I will wait.

I showed Dearie the project I've been admiring. The exterior doesn't look brilliant, but it was the interior design and artist's impression of the project which attracted me. I wish to own a unit like this one day.

For those who doesn't know this, I have a strong liking for hotels. Unfortunately, I'm not rich enough to be staying in top hotels. But sometimes, I do book myself into one when I think I need a break.

I like the simplicity yet coziness of hotel rooms. I like how there are so few things existing in the room. The toilet is what I'm most fussy about, and call me silly, but I can spend ages in the toilet if I like the layout, design and cleanliness standard. It is also the place that determines how much a score I would give to a particular hotel.

Since young, I dream of owning a condo unit designed to the standards of at least a hotel room or serviced apartment.

As for the theme, I have a liking for different types...

My dream design since a very young age was that of Da Vinci's, which sadly, many people my age do not appreciate. Fortunately, Dearie is the rare few who loves it as much as I do. I love how solid and intricate every furniture piece is. I love the fabric, looking fit for the royals. But because every piece is so elaborate and huge, it will only look good being fitted into a big house. And owning a house like this will only be possible if only I marry someone filthy rich.

I also like modern designs with a touch of class and uniqueness. It doesn't have to high tech looking. It's quite hard to describe it though.

Another of my favourite is the country style wooden design. Nicely painted colour wood seems to melt me, with cute pictures of geese, chickens, etc.

Being Oriental, I do favour designs with a touch of orient. I'm not a fan of Chinese antiques, but I do see how one or 2 pieces can enhance beauty to the place.

However, there are a few things to the house which I'm extremely fussy about.

1. Toilet
It has to be designed to close to perfection. I hate toilets which aren't nicely designed. I don't spend most of the day in the toilet, but I do like taking my own sweet time, relaxing while answering nature's call. It is one of the few occasions where I'll have time to self-reflect quickly on various issues in my everyday life. And I don't wish to feel irritated whilst doing so. I need a nice environment.

2. Lighting
I dread houses which are darkly lited. I dislike white light too, which many argue that it's much brighter. But I like the warm feel of yellow lights. And my house in future definitely has to have many lights. I don't like sleeping in pitch dark environments too, which accounts to why my table side lamp is always on when I'm sleeping. Doesn't matter if it's not bright when I'm asleep, as long as it's not pitch black.

3. Bed
To me, this is the most important furniture in the entire house. It has a huge effect on how I feel and get on with my life after waking up. And I hate waking up feeling that my body is aching, an that I haven't had a good night's sleep. I don't have the luxury of sleeping 8 hours a day, but I believe in quality sleep more than quantity. My dream mattress is that of Marriott Hotel's. Till today, I cannot forget what a wonderful sleep I had when I booked into their hotel with Dearie. Dearie felt the same too. It's no wonder Marriott sells mattresses and bed accessories to interested people. And it's also no wonder why they rave so much about it. Ever since that stay, I have yet to find a hotel which provides a mattress that allows me to sleep so well, and wake up being free from aches and totally refreshed. I have very little sleep in Marriott the last time, mind u. Sheer quality!

4. Air con
I'm a polar bear. My room back home is the North Pole, with sky blue and white being its colour, and air con blasting at its max. I CANNOT stand hot weather, and I hate feeling sticky from humidity (I get very irritable). Hence, the dehumidifier in my room, even though it's huge and a real eye sore. But it's one of the things which has to exist. Baby Pan Pan (my pup) cannot stand the temperature in my room though, and I'll always have to let him wear doggy clothes before bringing him up. No surprise why he enjoys hiding behind the dehumidifier, where hot air is being blown out...haha.


Sigh, am dreaming of the day whereby Dearie and I can own a house. It'll be a dream come true, especially if I get what I want in the house. When will this be?